Warden's Watch
True Crime & Paranormal
About
This podcast brings you stories from Game Wardens across the world. Listen to their favorite cases, worst cases, what led them to their career, and what makes their job unique. Hosted by retired game wardens Wayne Saunders and John Nores.
Episodes
- 172 For the Fallen: First Sgt. Karl Kelley - Indiana DNR
In this National Police Week memorial episode, Wayne sits down with two men who lived through an unimaginable moment when a training exercise turned into a fight for survival. Retired Indiana DNR Lieutenant Colonel Terry Hyndman and First…
- 171 Kevin & Kathy Behr - Survivors With Purpose
On this episode of Warden’s Watch, we sit down again with Ohio’s Kevin Behr - this time joined by his wife, Kathy - to talk about survival, recovery, and the purpose they’ve found after Kevin was shot in the line of duty. Recorded at the I…
- Field to Fork - Wild Game Cooking with Iron Skillet
In this episode of Warden’s Watch, we’re introducing a new sponsor to the show - Iron Skillet Seasonings - and sitting down with the people behind the product. Founder Dennis Dedek and new owner Cody Baciuska join us to talk about how Iron…
- 170 The Ray Anderson Case – Washington State
What began as a baffling discovery in a Washington State clearcut quickly turned into one of the most significant wildlife cases in the region – mainly because of the sentence that followed. Officers Lanny McOmber and Sergeant Brian Alexan…
- 169 – PAGC Tracking Team
In this episode of Warden’s Watch, we sit down with members of the Pennsylvania Game Commission’s Tracking Team - a rare, highly trained group of game wardens who specialize in man tracking. From grassroots beginnings and intense training…
- 168 Talking Turkey - With Patrick Gibbs & Ben Martin
Spring might still be a snow-covered dream up north, but down in Georgia the dogwoods are thinking about blooming – and that means the turkeys are waking up. This week, Georgia Game Warden Patrick Gibbs and Ben Martin of HuntRegs join Wayn…
- 167 Amanda McKune – Illinois
It’s Women’s History Month, and there’s no better time to highlight CPO Amanda McKune - Illinois officer, new mom, and the 2025 NWTF Officer of the Year. Amanda shares the behind‑the‑scenes reality of the job: the long hours, the high‑stak…
- 166 Badges on the Bayou
On this episode of Warden’s Watch, we head deep into Louisiana with Captain Will Roberts and Sergeant Terry Hicks — two wildlife agents who bring the state’s culture, cases, and Cajun humor to life. From crawfish wars and cooking secrets t…
- 165 Shawn Elmore – Georgia DNR
After more than 30 years with Georgia DNR, Sgt. Shawn Elmore joins Warden’s Watch for a long‑awaited conversation filled with humor, hard lessons, and unforgettable cases. From hunting alongside his dad as a child to becoming one of Georgi…
- 164 James Mortimore - Nevada
In this episode, Wayne sits down with Nevada Game Warden James Mortimore from the floor of the Sheep Show® in Reno, NV - complete with bugling elk echoing in the background! From rescuing kayakers in monsoon swells on Lake Mead to blow-dar…
- 163 Larry Hergenroeder – Pennsylvania
From growing up with a game warden father to leading investigations, Staff Sergeant and canine handler Larry Hergenroeder has seen it all—and loved every minute of it. In this episode, Larry shares why he believes being a game warden is “t…
- TGL045 Andy Huynh
In this powerful episode of The Thin Green Line Podcast , we sit down with Andy Huynh , a conservation professional whose career has taken him from global conflict zones to the front lines of wildlife protection. Andy shares his journey fr…
- 162 Polar Bears & Patrols – With Jack Skillings
From patrolling on sea ice and responding to polar bear calls to managing wildlife in remote communities, Conservation Officer Jack Skillings takes us deep into the Canadian Arctic. Offering a rare glimpse into wildlife enforcement in the…
- 161 Alone in the Wild – with Isaiah Tuck
What happens when a game warden takes on one of the toughest survival challenges on TV? West Virginia's Isaiah Tuck joins Wayne to share his incredible journey from enforcing wildlife laws to braving complete isolation on the hit series Al…
- 160 Warden-Hunter Interactions
In this episode of Warden’s Watch, Wayne sits down with Ben Martin, founder of the Hunt Regs app, and Hayden Cook, a Tennessee Wildlife Officer, for a deep dive into warden-hunter interactions, safety in the field, and the story behind one…
- 159 Justice for Dave: A Poacher’s Reckoning
In this powerful episode of Warden’s Watch, Pennsylvania Game Wardens Phil Bietsch & TJ Knash share the story of a career-defining poaching case tied to the tragic death of fellow officer David Grove on Veteran’s Day 2010. From building tr…
- 158 Ricardo Grisolini – New York
Ricardo Grisolini, a New York State Environmental Conservation Officer with roots in northern Italy, brings a sharp eye and a sharp wit to wildlife law enforcement. From chasing down poachers to setting up decoy deer that even landowners c…
- 156 Bonus - The Killing Krew Klan: Consequences
After the chilling revelations of Episode 156 ’s “Killing Krew Klan,” the question remained: how would the justice system respond? What consequences did these young trophy hunters face, and did the punishment fit the crime? In this episode…
- WiseEye Camera Technology
On this podcast, we sat down. Two dynamic individuals, Chase Hardage and Jason Ray from the Wise Eye technology company, talk about WiseEye's beginnings. What they're doing and how they're doing things differently and better. Learn more ab…
- 156 The Killing Krew Klan – With Patrick Kiely
In late 2018, the Connecticut Environmental Conservation Police uncovered a chilling case involving a group of young trophy hunters. Over just a few months, they had illegally taken at least 19 deer - often during nighttime hunts near resi…
- 154 North American Game Warden Museum – with Stephanie Lee
Tucked into a scenic corner of the International Peace Garden, and straddling the border between North Dakota and Manitoba, Canada, the North American Game Warden Museum stands as the world’s only institution fully dedicated to both educat…
- 155 Blake Patterson – North American Game Warden Museum
In this episode, we talk with Sgt. Blake Patterson, a Conservation Officer from Swan River, Manitoba, and President of the North American Game Warden Museum. Blake shares insights from his 17 years in the field and discusses the museum’s r…
- 153 Murder in Morgan County – with Kirk Kiefer
In July 2021, a peaceful family camping trip in Ohio’s vast Appalachian Hills Wilderness Area turned into a chilling crime scene. Two lives were lost, and a community was shaken. In this gripping episode, we sit down with ODNR Investigator…
- 152 - 2025 International Game Warden Conference
For the third time, we were able to sit down at the International Game Warden Conference held this year in Erie, Pennsylvania, with Game Warden Chris Gilkey of Ohio, Game Warden Kris McCabe of the Maine Warden Service, myself, Wayne Saunde…
- 151 - The Game Warden Channel
Introducing The Game Warden Channel! From the creators of smash hits North Woods Law and Lone Star Law , TGWC is now streaming exclusively on YouTube - bringing you even more real-life stories from game wardens across the US. In this episo…
- TGL044 Greg Traynor Mike Hudson - Accessible Hunter
Greg Traynor and Mike Hudson are the co-hosts of the Accessible Hunter Podcast, a show dedicated to promoting adaptive hunting and outdoor access for individuals with disabilities. Greg Traynor, a passionate outdoorsman from Pennsylvania,…
- 150 Tony Rigoli – New York
Lt. Anthony Rigoli is an Environmental Conservation Officer (ECO) who works for the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC). In this episode, he takes us through his time as an ECO based in the last place anyone wo…
- TGL043 Seth Martin
Seth Allen Martin is an American cinematographer and camera operator best known for his work on the hit Animal Planet series North Woods Law: New Hampshire . Born in Sumner, Washington, Martin has built a career behind the lens, capturing…
- 149 Deming Lindsley (Ret.) – New York
In this episode, we delve into the long and distinguished career of Deming Lindsley, a retired Lieutenant from the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation's Division of Law Enforcement. Known for his expertise in Fish and W…
- TGL042 Jorge Ventura
Jorge Ventura is a national correspondent known for his bold, on-the-ground reporting across America’s most pressing issues, including the southern border crisis, cartel activity, and civil unrest. Now with NewsNation, Ventura previously m…
- 148 For the Fallen: Daryl Gordon – Maine Warden Service
Maine Warden Service Pilot Daryl Gordon was known for his faith, his love of family, fishing and flying, and his steadfast dedication to the people and natural resources of his home state. While flying over the North Maine Woods after a bu…
- 147 Josiah Towne - New Hampshire
Fans of the hit Animal Planet show North Woods Law will instantly recognize CO Josiah Towne. In this episode, Josiah takes us behind the scenes into the dynamic world of a New Hampshire conservation officer, from daring mountain rescues to…
- TGL041 Gary Lewis
Gary Lewis is an award-winning outdoor writer, television host, podcaster, and speaker based in Central Oregon. Since launching his career in 1995, he has become a respected voice in the hunting and fishing world, with over 16 books to his…
- 146 Run for Levi – With Rob McDermott
On Monday, April 21st, New Hampshire CO Rob McDermott will run the Boston Marathon® in honor of his friend and colleague, Levi Frye. Partnering with the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP), Rob is raising funds to support AFS…
- 145 In Memory of Officer Levi Frye
This episode is dedicated to the life and legacy of New Hampshire Conservation Officer Levi Frye. Today, we honor Levi's commitment to protecting our natural world through a lighthearted but insightful interview he gave before his passing,…
- 144 Mindy Rugg - Maine Warden Service
In our final episode celebrating Women's History Month 2025, we’re excited to welcome Maine game warden Mindy Rugg. Inspired by our very own podcast, Mindy transitioned from a successful career as a vet tech to become a game warden in 2021…
- 143 Rachel Thurner-Diaz – PA Fish & Boat
In this episode, we’re delighted to reconnect with Pennsylvania Fish & Boat Officer Rachel Thurner-Diaz, who joined us way back in Episode 81 . A lot has changed in the three years since we visited last; her husband has joined the local po…
- 142 Wonder Wardens - With Melissa Gauthier & Therese Bogatko
Back in 2018, a small group of female officers from Alberta Fish and Wildlife saw the need to engage with each other more actively and support community causes at the same time. This dedicated team has since participated in charity fundrai…
- 141 CJ Alexander – The Podcasters
Wrapping up the CJ Alexander series, we sit down with Christian Babcock and Jake Gaylord, the dynamic duo behind the popular Hunters Advantage podcast. In early 2024, Alexander made a memorable appearance on their podcast, spinning his wel…
- 140 CJ Alexander – The Wardens
Picking up from our last episode, we sit down with two of the Ohio game wardens responsible for bringing this case before the court. Wildlife Officers Isaiah Gifford and Matt Roberts outline the meticulous effort and tiny details that led…
- 139 CJ Alexander – The Facts
For a time, Christopher “CJ” Alexander seemed to be everywhere; on the news in his native Ohio, in magazine articles, and featured on various hunting-related podcasts, telling the tale again and again of how he took a massive 18-point buck…
- 138 Wardens: Case Files on the Outdoor Channel
Get ready – a new series featuring real game warden stories is coming to the Outdoor Channel! Premiering in the US on Friday, February 14th at 9:30pm EST, Wardens: Case Files will feature game wardens recounting some of their most unforget…
- 137 KP Boatright – Georgia DNR
Despite having been on the job since just 2020, Georgia Game Warden KP Boatright has received multiple accolades, including the Public Safety Act of Heroism award for rescuing a drowning hunter at great personal risk. We caught up with KP…
- TGL040 Guidefitter
Guidefitter is a platform tailored for outdoor enthusiasts and professionals, providing a vibrant community, exclusive gear discounts, and expert resources for activities like hunting and fishing. It connects members with professional guid…
- Convicted - C.J Alexander
In late 2023, an 18-point trophy whitetail buck was taken illegally in Ohio. After an intense, high-profile investigation, several men pleaded guilty and were sentenced. The ringleader of the group also pled guilty and was sentenced this w…
- Hunt Regs App: Stay Legal. Strike Smart – With Ben Martin
Hunt Regs App: Stay Legal. Strike Smart – With Ben Martin Hunt Regs is a powerful mobile app that allows sportsmen to quickly determine hunting regulations for their specific location and target species. This free-to-try app also allows hu…
- 136 Operation Night Cat with Ron Arsenault & Kevin Bronson – New Hampshire
136 Operation Night Cat with Ron Arsenault & Kevin Bronson – New Hampshire It started with a single game camera trained on an illegal bait site. Evidence recovered from that camera would ultimately lead to a lengthy multi-agency investigat…
- 135 Whooping Crane Shootings with Emily Long – Oklahoma
135 Whooping Crane Shootings with Emily Long – Oklahoma In late 2021, members of the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation responded to a report that would lead to a nearly two-year, multi-departmental investigation into the shootin…
- TGL039 Tom Kubiniec
Tom Kubiniec is the President and CEO of SecureIt Tactical, a company known for revolutionizing the way firearms are stored. With over 20 years of experience, Kubiniec played a key role in modernizing military armory systems by working wit…
- 134 Tyler & Chris Johnson – Alaska Bear Attack
134 Tyler & Chris Johnson – Alaska Bear Attack While hunting in Alaska’s Kenai Peninsula in August, Tyler Johnson and his father were suddenly charged by a large brown bear. Despite being seriously injured and accidently shot through the l…